Advanced Endoscopy Technician Sign-on Available

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

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Job Description:

Up to $7,500 Sign-on Bonus available to eligible candidates (see terms below)

Terms: 12-month Full-time Employment Contract Required for Sign-On and Relocation

Sign-on Eligibility:

• One (1) year of applicable experience
• Internal Candidates and Rehires within 12 months are not eligible

Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours

Shift: Days, 4/10's

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Supports practice changes due to performance improvement activities and upholds departmental standards and initiatives. Other duties as assigned.
• Performs decontamination functions accurately, reprocesses scopes and equipment, operates automated endoscope reprocessors, and maintains records related to decontamination/disinfection/sterilization processes.
• Prepares patients for procedures as directed by the registered nurse, participates in the care of all age groups, communicates pertinent patient information to the registered nurse, and assists in medication delivery via endoscope under physician supervision.
• Promotes a safe environment, responds appropriately in emergency situations, controls hazards, and reports environmental concerns to management. Follows standards of practice according to guidelines.
• Assists physicians in performing complex endoscopic procedures, including cholangioscopy, endomucosal resection, sphincter of Oddi manometry, pancreatic endotherapy, ultrasound-guided interventions, peroral endoscopic myotomy, double balloon enteroscopies, endosuturing, cystgastroscopy, endoscopic vac therapy, endoscopic suturing, and Endoflip.
• Assists with complex pulmonary procedures, including navigation bronchoscopies and endobronchial ultrasound procedures.
• Selects and operates appropriate equipment and accessories for all endoscopy cases, troubleshoots equipment issues, and anticipates physician needs during procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge of procedure-specific lasers, selects appropriate laser fibers and supplies, adheres to safety standards, and collaborates with the safety leadership for annual safety in-services.
• Participates in national teaching conferences, live training courses, and hosts observers in clinical settings to facilitate learning of procedure techniques and processes. Acts as preceptor or trainer for other technicians learning endoscopic procedures.
• Participates in research projects, collaborates with research teams, ensures availability of supplies and equipment, and follows protocols appropriately.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Able to communicate in English [Required]
• Ability to display excellent customer service skills [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]
• Demonstrates dexterity, knowledge, and safety in the care and handling of endoscopy instrumentation and supplies, both sterile and unsterile [Required]
• Previous experience with high-level disinfection/sterilization [Required]
• Understanding IRB rules and processes for research procedures in the hospital setting [Required] Education:
• High School Grad or Equiv [Required] Work Experience:
• 1+ experience in assisting gi physicians with complex advanced procedures in gi or pulmonary such as (ercp, spyglass, pancreatic endotherapy, eus-guided biliary and pancreatic ductal interventions, navigation bronchoscopy, ebus) [Required]
• 1+ years experience as an endoscopy technician, or other comparable health care role [Required] Licenses and Certifications:
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Advanced Associates GI Tech (SGNA) [Required] Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements) Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/msy4mja2

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Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:

https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.